pewter

Meaning

Noun

1. An alloy of approximately 93–98% tin and 1–2% copper, and the balance of antimony.
2. An alloy of tin and lead.
3. Items made of pewter; pewterware.
4. A beer tankard made from pewter.
5. A dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.
6. (slang) Prize money.

Adj

Of a dark, dull grey colour, like that of the metal.

Verb

To coat with pewter.

Synonyms

tin

solder

gold

hoe

musical instrument

precious metal

silver

white metal

alloy

silver-paper

bronze

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈpjuːtə/

Etymology

From Middle English peutre, from Old French peautre, from Vulgar Latin *peltrum (“pewter”), which is of uncertain origin. Possibly related to spelter.